Fun Outings

Los Alamos County Invites All To 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting Dec. 6

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos County invites the community to join the County Council at the 2025 Holiday Tree Lighting to celebrate the start of the holiday season.

The ceremony is 5:15-5:45 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6, inside the Municipal Building Lobby at 1000 Central Ave. County Councilor Chair Theresa Cull will flip the switch just before 6 p.m. when the Holiday Light Parade begins.

This year’s tree will be decorated with handcrafted ornaments made of recycled materials by local schools, community members and County employees. Hot cocoa and marshmallows will be served.

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NM Junior Foodies Review: Sawmill Market Winter Experience

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Come tour the Winter Market with us! Photo by Rebecca Rutherford

Outdoor space at Sawmill Market all decorated for the holidays. Photo by Rebecca Rutherford

By REBECCA RUTHERFORD
Los Alamos
For NM Junior Foodies

Heritage Hotels and Resorts announces the second annual Sawmill Winter Experience, running from Nov. 28 to Dec. 31, at Albuquerque’s bustling food hall, Sawmill Market.

This indoor and outdoor winter celebration is unlike anything else in New Mexico and brings an immersive holiday wonderland to the Southwest, complete with seasonal food and beverage offerings, enchanting decorations, Read More

Coro De Cámara To Brighten Spirits In Holiday Concerts

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Coro de Cámara chamber choir. Courtesy photo

CONCERT News:

Celebrate the holidays with Coro de Cámara in the chamber choir’s upcoming “Making Spirits Bright” concerts. Enjoy a cheerful blend of music featuring carols and holiday favorites, and lively performances that capture the spirit of the season.

Coro and guests offer two showings—at 4 p.m., Dec. 13 in Los Alamos and Dec. 14 in Santa Fe. Dancers from Dance Arts Los Alamos (DALA) join Coro in the Santa Fe concert, following Coro’s guest appearance the day before in the DALA Winter Showcase in Los Alamos.

In “Making Spirits Bright”, you will Read More

Los Alamos County Ice Rink Opens 11:30AM Today!

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The Los Alamos County Ice Rink opens for public skating at 11:30 this morning. Courtesy/LAC

COUNTY News:

The Los Alamos County Ice Rink, which has been on a delayed opening due to mechanical issues, opens for public skating at 11:30 this morning.

Built in 1936, the Ice Rink is the only refrigerated, NHL regulation, outdoor Ice Rink in New Mexico. The rink offers public skating, hockey, and skating lessons through February.

Dress warmly, in layers, and know that whether it is stunning winter skies dotted with fluffy white clouds, or night skies filled with twinkling stars, everyone can enjoy an Read More

County: Santa’s Workshop At Fuller Lodge Saturday Dec. 6

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COUNTY News:

The community is invited to join Los Alamos County Recreation staff for a cozy afternoon of holiday fun at Santa’s Workshop, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at Fuller Lodge.

This free family event invites children and families to decorate cookies, make festive crafts, write letters to Santa, and take photos with Santa or the Grinch.

This event is a great way to celebrate the holidays with the community. Read More

Celebrate Los Alamos WinterFest Weekend 2025 Dec. 5-7!

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COUNTY News:

Los Alamos WinterFest Weekend 2025 celebrates winter in Los Alamos, Dec. 5-7. This year’s theme is “Red, Green, or Christmas”.

Businesses/organizations have scheduled events, including ballets, bazaars, shows, sales:

Friday, Dec. 5​​

  • 1-3 p.m. Community Art Program: Lino Block Printed Tea Towels, Los Alamos Arts Council
  • 1-7 p.m. 32nd Annual Creche Show, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
  • ​7-8 p.m. December Night Sky, Los Alamos Nature Center (PEEC) Planetarium
  • ​7-9 p.m. Sugar Plum on “The Hill” at Duane Smith Auditorium​

Saturday, Dec. 6

  • ​​8-11 a.m. Kiwanis
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Taos Sunday Sit Down: Be The Most Interesting Person At Your Holiday Gathering

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Courtesy/TSOM

Taos School of Music News:

This Thanksgiving, while everyone else is arguing about stuffing versus dressing, you’re casually going to drop: “Did you know there are two skulls in Haydn’s tomb… and also that ‘karaoke’ literally means empty orchestra?”

Boom. Most Interesting Person at the Table unlocked.

Classic FM’s “20 downright bizarre classical music facts” is basically a cheat sheet of outrageous, bite-sized stories you can sprinkle between courses.

Examples:

  • The piano sitting in the other room? Its strings are under about 20 tonnes of tension – that’s like parking
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Bradbury Science Museum Association To Host ‘Trinity Site: 80 Years Of Data And Factoids’ Dec. 11 At Fuller Lodge

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Robb Hermes, left, and Jim Eckles to explore the history and science of the Trinity Site in honor of its 80th anniversary, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday Dec. 11, at Fuller Lodge. Courtesy/BSMA

COMMUNITY News:

The community is invited to join Jim Eckles and Robb Hermes for a fascinating evening exploring the history and science of the Trinity Site in honor of its 80th anniversary, 6:30-8:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 11, at Fuller Lodge.

This event is hosted by the Bradbury Science Museum Association and is free and open to the public. View more details and register online.

About the speakers:

  • Jim Eckles
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